A cozy coiled Rattlesnake with jet eyes is sculpted from Jeep Fordite also known as motor agate, a by-product from the automobile painting process. The many colorful layers and complex patterns revealed throughout this approximately 2" long, 1 3/4" wide and 7/8" tall reptile are extraordinary. We love how Brian Yatsattie tucked the rattle underneath this fabulous fetish with a great sense of movement. View item

We are happy to welcome Eva Wyaco to Keshi's website with a simply stunning statement piece. The elegant hand-crafted sterling silver cuff bracelet is loaded with 88 individual pieces of rich red coral set into custom-cut bezels forming three dazzling stations. Twisted wire borders and silver dots compliment each of the three sections. An incredible cuff bracelet that honors and elevates the original Zuni petit point jewelry method, a testament of Eva's love of her culture and family traditions. The lovely cuff's entire inner circumference is about 6 1/4" including the opening of roughly 1". The striking center station is about 2" in diameter, while the side stations measure approximately 1 1/4" wide. Signed by the artist. Please click here to determine wrist size and best fit.

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We are super stoked to offer this rad Snake that Brian Yatsattie carved from contemporary surfite. Surfite is an up-cycled by product from making custom surf boards. It is the accumulation of colored resins used to "glass" the boards. A lively assortment of jazzy hues such as yellow, turquoise, purple, magenta, orange and green, plus many others, beautifies this approximate 4 1/2" long, 1" wide and 1" tall jet-eyed reptile with a turned head. View item

Sadly beneficial snakes are among the most feared and persecuted organisms on Earth. They are often seen as sinister creatures. Despite these misconceptions, snakes are important animals with great ecological significance. They consume rodents maintaining a critical balance of small animal populations. In the middle of the food web, snakes are also vital for supporting larger predators. We can help our native snakes by respecting their space, observing them from afar and protecting their habitats. Honor wonderful Snakes with Nelson Yatsattie's undulating reptile complete with an etched rattler and turquoise inlaid eyes. Smoothly sculpted from a handsome serpentine with ricolite, this reptile friend is about 5 3/8" long, 2 1/4" wide and 5/8" tall.

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Diamondback rattlesnakes can accurately strike at a moment's notice and up to one-third of their body length. This portion of onyx is a great choice to show off this reptile's exquisite and camoflauging features like an etched body and carved rattler. With turquoise inlaid eyes, this wonderful snake is about 4" long, 2 3/4" wide and 5/8" tall by Kevin Chapman.

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Two reticulated sterling silver blossoms with etched leaves and stems flank a breathtaking Kingman turquoise cabochon caressed by the most gorgeous setting in master jeweler Eric Othole's ring. His jewelery works are of the highest quality and created with a meticulous designer's eye. Kingman turquoise is a spectacular variety mined in Arizona. The luscious mineral measures about 3/4" long by 1/2". The ring size 5 is inscribed on the inside with the words "I Love You", a beautiful sentiment. Signed by the artist.

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Minerals are the building blocks of rock. Some rocks consist of just one type of mineral while most rocks contain a combination of minerals. Each mineral has a unique chemical composition which determines what color it will be. Also, interaction with other minerals and environmental factors contribute to its uniqueness. We're enjoying the serpentine specimen Delvin Leekya chose to carve a sky-watching Bear from. Swirling grey and subtle yellow-green colors exist in the serpentine. Eyes are from turquoise inlays and a double point offering bundle is from iridescent pink mussel shell and turquoise. About 2 1/2" long, 1" wide and 2" tall.

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Ancient cultures have used heart shapes in decorative art, long recognized as a symbol of love and affection. We've fallen head over heels for Cordell Pajarito's lovingly handmade sterling silver and opal heart earrings. Opals are said to heal a broken heart. They were created in the tufa cast method which involves slicing tufa into manageable portions, then carving the design. Molten silver is poured into the block and cooled. These eye-catching earrings for pierced ears measure about 7/8" long and 7/8" wide. They are medium-weight in wearability. Signed by the artist. View item

A traditional Zuni rainbird accompanied by nourishing rainfall adorn a classic olla pottery by Carlos Laate. Olla is a Spanish term describing an earthen pot used to hold water, food and other things. The traditionally sourced natural clay and mineral pigments are worked by hand. You can still see Carlos' hand-coiling inside the inner rim of this exquisite pottery. Not suitable to hold water. About 8" tall and roughly 7 3/4" in diameter. Signed by the artist. Please click here to learn about wonderful Zuni pottery.

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Alexander Chavez's friendly Dragonfly has jet inlaid eyes that contrast in an attractive way with the picture jasper it's carved from. The majority of a dragonfly’s head is eye so it has outstanding vision that encompasses almost every angle except right behind it. Turquoise inlays and etching accents the wings of this approximately 1 3/4" long, 1 3/4" wide and 1/2" tall aerial wonder. A Zuni Sunface symbol is set from jet, coral and turquoise, representing a balance of the elements. View item

Moles dig deeper to escape winter's harshest days. Among the extensive roots, they'll sniff out the juiciest insects and chubbiest earthworms to fill their bellies. A mole's animal medicine teaches us to look inside ourselves and the potential we have to reach our goals. Douglas Martza's wonderful beneath the ground creature has been sculpted from a cool marble to a size of approximately 2 5/8" long, roughly 1 1/4" wide and 1 1/4" tall. An orange spiny oyster shell point offering bundle looks stunning against the richness of the marble. Tiny eyes are from turquoise inlays.

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Feathers are regarded as gifts from the sky by Indigenous cultures. Prolific Zuni carver Brian Yatsattie's exquisite feather dangle earrings are detailed with quill, shaft and barb features, sculpted from fossilized ivory. The surface is buttery-smooth. Including hooks, they grace the face at approximately 3" long and 5/8" wide. They are lightweight in wearability. Signed by the artist. View item

Since time immemorial, Indigenous ones have known wild canines teach us how to live and be better people. Bushytails exist in the moment, practice reciprocity, use good judgement, display good leadership and communicate well. From quietly discerning Foxes, to powerful Wolves and smart Coyotes, wild canines should be appreciated and valued for vital contributions. They keep smaller animal and rodent populations in check balancing varying ecosystems. They clear carcasses that could spread disease. Stevan Natachu's gorgeous marble bushytail has turquoise eyes and an exquisite mosaic tail overlaid with turquoise, jet, pipestone and mother-of-pearl. About 3 1/2" long, 1 1/8" wide and 5/8" tall.

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A fancy bushytail (Fox, Wolf or Coyote) sports a distinctive overlaid tail from spiny oyster shell. It also has a gorgeous mosaic inlay on either side from jet, spiny oyster shell, turquoise, lapis lazuli and gold lip shell, eye catching additions to this lovely serpentine carving made by Pansy Natachu. Tiny eyes are from jet inlays. Measurements are approximately 3 1/2" long, 5/8" wide and 1 1/2" tall. We can help wild canines by petitioning for the restoration of federal protections and share it with friends on social media.

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Similar to fordite or other motor agates, surfite is a by-product material created when surfboards are made. The process of making surfboards includes pouring resin over foam and fiberglass forms. The excess resin from multiple boards will pool and harden on the shop floor creating beautiful and dazzling patterns when cross sectioned. This resin will not decompose if thrown into a landfill so the creation of Zuni fetish carvings gives this material new life as a faux gemstone. Since the designs from surfite are organically created and unique, each piece carved from surfite is just as special. We're admiring the great color formations seen in this approximately 3 1/4" long, 5/8" wide and 2" tall groovy surfite Bear by Larry Peina. Cute eyes are from turquoise inlays, while a serpentine point offering bundle is secured.

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Evander Shelendewa's all hand-carved and hand-painted, cottonwood and acrylic paints, raccoon is super adorable, sitting at about 4" tall, 1 3/4" wide and 2" deep. He incised this fun critter all over for fur detail and added a turquoise offering necklace as well. Signed by the artist. View item

Darrell Shebola's engaging perched parrot pin/pendant is a flash back to an older style of inlay jewelry that is quickly becoming a rarity. Arranged from carved sky-blue turquoise, vibrant lapis lazuli, iridescent gold lip shell, watery abalone, vivid coral, spiny oyster shell, mother-of-pearl and pen shell, this joyful versatile piece can be worn as a pin or as a pendant. The sterling silver branch and feet are sweetly worked. About 2 1/2" long and 1 5/8" wide. Signed by the artist. Please click here to learn more about traditional inlay jewelry in Toshio Sei's 2013 copyrighted book "Figural Designs in Zuni Jewelry". This wonderful publication is not included with Darrell's parrot pin/pendant but can be purchased separately, please inquire.

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Alvin Calavaza is affectionally known as the Bird Man at our Keshi gallery because of the wonderful bird fetishes he's carved thoughout the years. We're delighted with his latest offering, a sweet Bear cub worked from a lovely onyx to a size of approximately 2" long, 1" wide and 1 1/2" tall. Winsome eyes are from turquoise inlays. Lots of etching marks bless this friend with nice fur detail. View item

Lorandina Sheche's old-style bushytail (Fox, Wolf or Coyote) lives a life that brings good animal medicine or reminders for us to live in the moment, exercise discretion and to find new pathways in difficult circumstances the way they do in nature. Smart eyes are from inlaid turquoise, while a marble point offering is flanked by turquoise and natural branch red coral. About 4" long, 1" wide and 1 3/8" tall, sculpted from septarian nodule.

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Dane Malani's turquoise-eyed Badger has an elegantly incised stripe that resembles a lovely leaf on its back. The Picasso marble's natural inclusions simulate a network of underground roots, a peaceful place where badgers call home. Badgers and Coyotes are friends, often hunting together which makes them more successful. This partnership has been known by Indigenous cultures long before mainstream science. About 2 3/4" long, 1 5/8" wide and 3/4" tall.

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Closely set turquoise eyes focus on curious movement up ahead in the pinon trees. Out hunting, Bernard Laiwakete's dolomite bushytail (Coyote, Fox or Wolf) remains watchful and on alert. Two inlaid turquoise heartlines flow beautifully, representing the breath path on this approximately 4 3/4" long, 3/4" wide and 1 1/2" tall deciphering canine. We can advocate for wild canines by contacting local fish and wildlife agencies to support positive management of them. View item

Octavius and Irma Seowtewa are accomplished artists creating the finest petit point jewelry. Petit point is original and exclusive to Zuni Pueblo. It is prized for incredible detail and visually striking designs. A time-consuming process, each tiny silver bezel or sleeve is hand-trimmed to receive custom-cut stones. The Seowtewa's latest offering is a magnificent sterling silver and turquoise petit point cuff bracelet presented in three pleasing circular stations. The spectacular center one is about 1 1/2" in diameter, while the smaller side stations are approximately 1" in diameter. The collectible cuff bracelet's entire inner circumference is roughly 6 1/8" including the opening of about 1". Signed by the artists. Please click here for help in determining wrist measurements and best fit. For more information on amazing Zuni jewelry please click here.

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In Indigenous Pueblo art, the visual representation of rainfall is often depicted with straight, parallel lines and stylized cloud shapes. Rainclouds are powerful symbols of life-giving water that bless the land with good crops in the arid desert. Allison Melton is a wonderful mosaic artist whose creations are of exceptional quality. Mosaic work is a two-dimensional art form that involves covering a surface with small pieces of materials, like stones and shell. The pattern in this pendant forms a stunning raincloud and lightning bolt element from sterling silver, lapis lazuli, coral and shell. Surrounding pieces are from iridescent mother-of-pearl, pen shell and smoky mother-of-pearl. Everything is skillfully overlaid on a lovely bivalve shell. Including the silver bale, measurements are approximately 2" long and 1 5/8" wide.

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Throughout history, sapient dolphins have shown acts of compassion by assisting both fellow dolphins and humans in perilous situations, protecting them from drowning and from hungry creatures while out at sea. Super intelligent, a dolphin's animal medicine means to be generous and charitable to others. We're crazy over Melvin Sandoval's gorgeous Picasso marble dolphin mounted on a stunning dolomite point offering. Dimensions in their entirety are about 4 3/8" long, 1 1/8" wide and 1 3/8" tall. View item

The late Leekya Deyuse was born in 1889, renowned for his collectible carvings, fetish necklaces and human figurines. His grandson Freddie Leekya continues in the carving tradition creating a hiking Bear from Picasso marble. Standing at about 4" tall, 1 3/8" wide and 1 5/8" deep, this precious mountaineer enjoys the views through turquoise eyes. Other features include a turquoise nose, a red coral tongue, a turquoise inlaid handkerchief and little wooden walking stick. Allow this friend to inspire you to get outdoors, clear your head and offer thanks for creation.

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Kyle Awelagte was instructed in the art of carving by his father Burt Awelagte who was taught by Joseph Quam. Burt says he listens to the stone as it tells him what it wants to be. He's imparted these important skills to Kyle whose recent offering is a Picasso marble Bear with tiny eyes from turquoise inlays. We love this bear's powerful presence including a great facial expression and elongated snout. An offering bundle gives thanks in the form of turquoise, warm amber and a fresh water pearl gift. About 3 3/4" long, 1 1/4" wide and 2 1/2" tall.

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Travis Nieto's father the late carver Vern Nieto and brother Frank Nieto descend from the greater Natewa, Dallas Quam and Panteah families of noted Zuni Pueblo artists. Travis' creative ancestry is evident in a darling Bear cub hewn from an attractive serpentine. Fine-lined engraving works beautifully for fur detail. Alert eyes are from turquoise inlays. About 1 3/4" long, 1" wide and 1 7/8" tall.

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Seven sterling silver spiral stations represent the twists and turns of life's journey in a gorgeous link bracelet by Bernadette Eustace. Her jewelry creations are always skillfully executed. A single station of inlaid coral forms an eye-catching accent to this piece, which is topped off by a lovely sterling silver toggle closure. The graceful link bracelet measures about 7 1/2" long, with each of the stations measuring about 3/8" wide. We love the slight depth each spiral station has. Signed by the artist. View item

Darrell Shebola's remarkable stone to stone inlaid Eagle earrings are a flash back to an older style of inlay jewelry that is quickly becoming a rarity. Created from iridescent mother-of-pearl, golden gold lip shell and jet, the collectible sterling silver earrings are medium-weight in wearability. About 2" long including hooks and 1" wide. Signed by the artist.

Please click here to learn more about traditional inlay jewelry in Toshio Sei's 2013 copyrighted book "Figural Designs in Zuni Jewelry". This wonderful publication is not included with Darrell's earrings but can be purchased separately, please inquire.

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Perched quietly after a day of important chatter, Derrick Kaamasee's turquoise-eyed cockatoo or parrot is to be loved and adored because it is such a smart and social feathered friend. Carved from one portion of gorgeous antler, this elegantly etched bird is about 4 1/4" tall, 2" wide and 1" deep. We love its sky-high crest, curvy beak and amazing plumage. View item

Zuni artist Burt Awelagte was taught to carve by mentor Joseph Quam. His first carving was a Corn-Maiden created from fossilized ivory, one that he lovingly gifted to his mother. He enjoys focusing on carving animals from the Six-Directions including Mountain-lions like this minimally sculpted sandstone feline. Burt says he carefully listens to the stone and it tells him what it wants to be. Eyes are from tiny turquoise inlays, while an offering bundle contains lively turquoise and warm amber beads. About 3 3/4" long, 1 1/4" wide and 2 1/4" tall.

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Lion's paw shell comes from a bivalve that lives in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The fascinating shell has prominent textured ridges with knobs that call to mind a lion's paw, hence its name. Sandra Quandelacy's collectible Corn-Maiden and Grandmother pendant necklace features a stunning sampling of orange lion's paw shell specimens. Representing intuitive strength and nurturing power, each feminine fetish has etched facial features, including some Dragonfly and star elements, all filled with jet paste. They range in size from about 1 1/4" to 2" long. The stunning necklace is about 26", a fashionable length. Some of the laced beads include red coral and pearls.

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The shared connection between families, children and grandchildren is often cultivated through stories. Pueblo storyteller potteries are clay figurines representing Indigenous elders who teach children traditional ways through storytime. Denise Eustace is a wonderful Cochiti and Zuni Pueblo potter. Her latest offering is a collectible Mudhead storyteller skillfully hand-formed and lovingly hand-painted, with clay and acrylic paints respectively. An important Zuni Pueblo religious ceremony called Sha'lak'o takes place one a year. During this time, sacred Mudhead Katsinas appear. About 4" tall, 4" wide and 3 1/2" deep. Signed by the artist.

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Effortless leaping and climbing has brought Daryl Shack Sr.'s onyx cougar (Mountain-lion, panther or puma) to the top of Corn Mountain, observing the sacred landscape through cultured opal inlaid eyes. A natural branch red coral, turquoise and other goodies offering bundle is a heartfelt thank you for a mountain lion's natural traits that exemplify setting good boundaries in life. About 2 1/2" long, 1" wide and 1 1/8" tall.

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Sailors' lore includes mysterious mermaids who took them to live in underwater kingdoms. It was also believed they could cause huge storms and devastating shipwrecks. Edward Teach also known as Blackbeard was an English pirate who sailed around the West Indies but ordered his crew to steer clear of certain areas believed to be inhabited by merfolk. A beach boulder calls to Kevin Chapman's lovely mermaid to sun away the afternoon. She luxuriates as a clam shell reveals a beautiful carved pearl to her. Red coral features adorn this approximately 1 1/2" deep, 2" wide and 1" tall legendary water creature who symbolizes power and freedom at sea. Creatively carved from one piece of gorgeous turquoise. View item

Ojo rock is found on the Zuni Reservation near Ojo Caliente. It is an exquisite argillaceous mineral with clay-like ingredients. Fred Bowannie, Jr. has effortlessly sculpted a nicely-sized Mountain-lion (cougar, puma or panther). The blush-pink hues in the Ojo rock are appealing while the stone itself has a soft feel to it. We love how Fred carved the feline's pen shell-eyed face with a curious expression. The long luxurious tail is wonderful too. About 7 1/4" long, 1 1/8" wide and 3 1/4" tall.

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Many animals enjoy sunbathing to thermoregulate body temperature including farmyard friends like pigs. Ray Tsalate's too cute for words piglet soaks up the rays. Components of this young swine include carved antler, soft sueded leather ears and tail, pen shell eyes and an iridescent pink mussel shell nose. About 1 5/8" long, 1 1/2" wide and 5/8" tall. View item

Turtles are spiritual messengers of resilience and endurance. Their example in nature or animal medicine teaches life lessons like patience and the importance of taking your time. Celebrate these wonderful qualities in Troy Sice's bejeweled reptile carved from antler. A myriad of lovely Fox turquoise and rich lapis lazuli cabochons adorn a meticulously etched carapace. Fox turquoise comes from the Fox Turquoise Mine in Lander County, Nevada. Sweet eyes are from lapis inlays, while claws are inlaid with jet. About 2 1/2" long, 1 1/2" wide and 1/2" tall.

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Ancient Maya view bats as having otherworldly powers and bestowing strength against enemies. Bats are vital pollinators who support cave communities of insects, amphibians and other small creatures that rely on the nutrients in bat guano. They also consume great quantities of deadly mosquitoes. Brian Yatsattie's awesome Bat has coral eyes set to a wonderful face. Intricate etching brings out webbed wings. About 2 3/8" long, 6" wide and 5/8" tall, from rich jet which is actually fossilized coal.

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